Since 1912, Girl Scouts has helped Connecticut's girls build courage, confidence and character. While we have always remained true to Juliette Gordon Low's vision, we are constantly evolving. That's why we say we're 100 years young! Join us, and see how Girl Scouts discover themselves as they explore their world, connect with others and take action through activities and programs that are relevant and exciting to girls today.

SUMMER HOURS

From July 10 through August 28, GSOFCT Service Centers will be open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. GSOFCT Shops will also operate on summer hours from July 1 through August 28. Visit the shop site for hours and locations.

NEW OUTDOOR BADGES!

You asked, we answered! Our new Outdoor badges are coming to our council shop soon. Can’t wait to get started? Download the digital requirements today and reconnect with the outdoors.

ONLINE MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION
FOR TROOPS

Online Membership Registration is open for troops/groups! Online registration saves troop/group leaders valuable time − No multiple trips to the bank to deposit money; No waiting to know who’s registered! Troop/Group leaders can also pay for membership renewals using their troop debit cards. Get started now!Please note: we are currently only accepting Troop re-registrations. For more information about registering your girl or yourself, contact your troop leader or Service Unit Registrar.

SEND S'MORE GIRLS TO CAMP

Your campership gift helps girls have the confidence to
stand up and lead that silly song, the courage to dive into the deep end
of the pool, and the curiosity to discover which trails to explore.

As the American Camp Association says,“camp is an equal opportunity life changer.” Please help change a girl’s life today!

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS AT PATTAGANSETT

NEW! Want to try out some of the challenge and adventure courses at Pattagansett? You can now reserve the site and the facilitator for a date and time convenient for your troop! Choose from three two-hour programs - Team Challenge 101, Tower Climb, or Beyond Team Challenge. Find out more here.

UPCOMING GIRL PROGRAMS

Camp Sikorsky
Get hands-on with STEM at Camp Sikorsky on October 2-4! Camp out with other Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts in front of Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford, and take part in fun workshops like Aviation, Inventing, Search and Rescue, Crime Prevention, and more, all taught by professionals. For girls 12 and up with adults (please maintain 8:2 girl-adult ratio). Find out more and register using this flyer. Register by August 15! (Registration is by paper form only)

Get on the Links with LPGA-USGA Girls Golf!
LPGA-USGA Girls Golf is aimed at introducing and keeping girls hooked on the game of golf. Girls Golf offers a positive, girl-friendly environment to take girls from beginner to advanced player with golf instruction led by LPGA and PGA teaching professionals. The focus is on inspiring girls to feel confident, build positive self-esteem, and live active and healthy lifestyles. For Brownies and Juniors (no adults). This 6-week series at Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course in Fairfield begins on Friday, August 28; classes run from 5:20–6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Ellyn Savard at esavard@gsofct.org. Register by August 23!

Scout Days at the Connecticut Science Center: Superhero Edition
Join fellow scouts and their families from across the state and beyond for a day of fun, hands-on exploration at The Connecticut Science Center on August 22 and 23, from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Meet your favorite superheroes in person and navigate a scouts-only scavenger hunt to earn a super cool Science Center patch! Experience 165+ interactive exhibits and space themed activities as part of your all-day General Admission to the Science Center. This offer is valid for scouts and their guests. Tickets are $12 per person for scouts and their guests who preregister, $14.95 at the door. Those who do not preregister must come in uniform, recite the scout promise or show other proof of participation. Girl Scouts can preregister by calling Brit Montmeat, Group Sales Account Manager at (860) 520-2112.